Nigerians residing in the United Arab Emirates (UAE) are grappling with mixed emotions following the debunking of news suggesting that the UAE government has lifted its travel ban on Nigerian citizens.
Initially met with hope and optimism, the false reports have served as a painful reminder of the challenges many Nigerians have endured for nearly three years. Folashade Oluyinka, speaking to Channels News, expressed her frustration after jubilating over the false letter released on social media. She stated, “People here are wishing for this news to be true because it is almost three years since the visa has been banned. So many people have gone back to Nigeria, and some that are here are not finding it easy in any way.”
Tella Gideon echoed similar sentiments, highlighting the collective frustration among Nigerians in the UAE. “Nigerians are frustrated because it has been a long time now. Everybody is waiting for good…